Table 1

Knowledge about transmission and risk for children to be affected at the time of interview

Men (n=17) Women (n=24)
Current knowledge about transmission
 That both genders can be affected1521
 That both parents can transmit the disease1519
Current knowledge about the risk in children
 That risk for the first child is 50%1215
 That risk for a second child is identical1013
Overall adequate knowledge1-150 of transmission and risk9 (53%)11 (46%)
  • 1-150 Four correct answers.